Delegation is a buzzword in leadership, but not all delegation is created equal. In fact, there’s a significant difference between task...

For those who’ve known me well for a long time, you know how important my mom was in my life. She was my biggest cheerleader, sounding...

Have You Heard About Quitting Day? No, it’s not a mass walkout from jobs. Quitting Day is the second Friday of January—this year, Friday,...

Seriously – my youngest said to me this week, "I want to go outside and frolic." So, on a balmy 50-degree day in December here in...

As holiday packages and cards pile up, does it feel like the clutter in your home is taking on a life of its own? I get it. The holidays...

As a female physician, an academic leader, and a career and life coach, I’ve always believed in my ability to handle “just one more...

Recovering from burnout has been one of the hardest—and most transformative—journeys of my life. At its worst, burnout felt like a weight...

As a mom to two growing girls, one of my recurring challenges is ensuring they have clothes and shoes that fit. Kids grow so fast, and my...

The holidays are often a time of joy—nostalgia, cherished traditions, comforting food, and moments with loved ones. For healthcare...

When interviewing applicants for residency, I’m often asked if my residents feel confident in their abilities upon graduation, especially...

As healthcare professionals, our days can feel like an endless race against the clock, trying to juggle patient care, paperwork, and...

As our country faces the outcome of a major election, it’s clear that the response will vary—some people will feel a deep sense of...

Interviews are a critical part of professional development for healthcare workers, whether you're fresh out of training, pursuing a...

A constant refrain I hear from friends and colleagues is: "I do my best work under pressure." When there's a deadline looming, they feel...

How I Prepare for the Week to Set Myself Up for Success Every week, I make a point to set myself up for success with three major steps:...

Saturday was supposed to be a fun, light-hearted day spent with my family. We had plans to relax, enjoy each other’s company, and create...

How to Be More Intentional When Overwhelm Happens As healthcare workers, overwhelm often feels like a constant companion. The long hours,...

Recently, some of my learners asked me, "What is the value of attending conferences, especially for those of us who consider ourselves...

In December 2019, I reached out to the grief counselors at the hospice organization that cared for my mother as she passed. It had been...

The American Medical Association recently reported a decline in physician burnout rates, and this is fantastic news. Decreasing burnout...